Top Things to do in Glen Eira
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What to do and see in Glen Eira, Victoria: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Glen Eira, Australia including Caravan Music Club, Rippon Lea Estate, Jewish Holocaust Centre, Caulfield Park, Classic Cinemas Elsternwick, Labassa, Allnutt Park.
1. Caravan Music Club
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By 928JaneD - Oakleigh, Australia
The Caravan Club has been at it's new home for close to 2 years ( almost ) and it's going great guns. We went to 3 different shows in November and thoroughly enjoyed all with accomplished performers - singers , musos alike. ( Vince Jones for example) Have 2 - 3 shows per week so check out their website. Suits audiences from 30's to 70' s.
2. Rippon Lea Estate
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4.5 based on 363 reviews
Rippon Lea is a large nineteenth century mansion surrounded by 7 hectares of Victorian pleasure gardens. It is listed on the National Heritage Register because it is one of the finest examples of an original suburban estate in Australia.
Reviewed By N9863LNdianap - Cairns, Australia
I recently traveled to Melbourne and decided to pay a visit to the Beautiful Rippon Lea Estate. What a wonderful surprise. This is one of those hidden gems for anyone who loves beautiful old Victorian buildings The grounds are massive and you could easily spend a day getting lost. The tour is very informative and covers all the periods of the mansion from Victorian to the 1940's period. Most of the furniture is original to the building which is wonderful to see and the tours are small groups and very intimate. The staff were very passionate about the history of the building too which was very helpful. A stunning place and definately worth a visit. They also have outdoor movies and a Miss Fisher exhibition coming up if you are a fan of the series and books. There is a cafe or take a picnic by the lake.
3. Jewish Holocaust Centre
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4.5 based on 124 reviews
The Jewish Holocaust Museum and Research Centre is an institution dedicated to the memory of the six million Jews who were murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators between 1933 and 1945.
Reviewed By CarlD613
This moving memorial is a timely reminder that those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it. This museum is filled with heart-wrenching exhibits which drive home the tragedy of the attempted annihilation of an entire race of people. Hearing actual life experiences from living survivors of death camps is unforgettable. Meeting them was an honour.
4. Caulfield Park
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4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By normchia - Glen Waverley, Australia
This is a fantastic playground within Caulfield Park (this is the playground directly on Balaclava Rd), which boasts two other good playgrounds suitable for kids of all ages, and shaded areas as well, plus a toilet right nearby. Excellent play equipment, as per the photos. Popular with joggers.
5. Classic Cinemas Elsternwick
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4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By S4nnyBunny
Came on a Tuesday night as all tickets are $10! Couldn’t have a better name for this place. The styling of this place is very classic, but it’s well maintained, clean and the cinemas inside are small but well designed. Seats are comfortable and plenty of leg room. Took up a great offer of tap beer and medium popcorn for $12. Only issue about this place is parking; can be tricky to find so be patient.
6. Labassa
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
From mansion to apartments, Labassa has survived with its Victorian era decoration intact. Labassa is an outstanding Victorian era mansion with opulent architectural features. Originally called ‘Sylliott Hill’, it was renamed ‘Ontario’ in the 1880s reflecting its new owner Alexander William Robertson’s Canadian heritage. Robertson was a founder of the Cobb and Co. coach company that successfully ran mail services throughout Victoria. Renamed Labassa in 1904 it was home to Melbourne’s elite until 1920 when it was divided into flats. The residents included Hollywood’s first Australian silent film star and other colourful bohemians. Labassa is the most lavish of the few surviving nineteenth century mansions. Open every third Sunday of the month.
Reviewed By 3boyz - Melbourne, Australia
Labassa is secreted away at the end of Manor Grove and dominates the landscape as you walk up the street. It's imposing facade is striking with pink marble offsetting the grey construction. Colourful tessellated tiles take you through to the entrance and you are immediately whisked away to another time. For the most part the property is in fair to good condition, although there is a long way to go for it to be restored to it's former glory. The property went through a number of ownership changes, and then was converted into 10 flats, which is still evident and forms part of the history of the mansion. We were lucky enough to also tour the tower, which could be a challenge for those with mobility issues. The rooms are quite grand and you can imagine the wealth that was required to build such a residence.
7. Allnutt Park
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By dplangau - Melbourne, Australia
Large park with area to allow dogs of leash. Another area with 2 rotundas, play equipment for children of all ages
